Brief guide to clarify the distinct roles within real estate to assist with your future transactions:

- Real Estate Agent: Licensed by the state to facilitate property sales.
  - REALTOR®: A licensed agent who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and is strictly bound by its Code of Ethics.
  - Real Estate Broker: Holds an advanced license requiring additional education, experience, and testing.

While "broker" refers to a license level and "REALTOR®" to a professional membership, an individual can be both. Simply put, a broker represents an advanced state license level.

If you are planning to hire a professional to buy or sell a home soon, please contact us to guide you with the most important transaction of your life.